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Ever since announcing her pregnancy, American actress Anne Hathaway has been showing off her growing belly on red carpets and promotional tours. However, it appears some people are still unconvinced about her baby bump.
Earlier this week, the actress stepped out for the Los Angeles premiere of her new movie, “The End of Oak Street”. At the event, Anne wore a loose halter top and low-rise jeans, proudly showing off her baby bump. While the casual yet bold look earned praise from fans, it also sparked speculation, particularly about Anne’s pregnancy.
Some netizens have commented on videos of Anne at the premiere, questioning if the actress’s baby bump is real. Many even blatantly quipped that her belly looked fake and started discussing if she’s actually carrying a child. In case you’re wondering, Anne is expecting her third child with husband Adam Shulman.
Fans have since defended the star, criticising netizens for their invasive comments. Some also argued that a baby bump can look different depending on the mother, so it’s rude to assume that a woman is faking her pregnancy based on how her stomach looks. Thankfully, Anne doesn’t seem too affected by the trolls.
In fact, the 43-year-old even referenced the comments in her recent Instagram post about the premiere. In the caption, Anne cheekily wrote, “Fake hair, real bump,” to clap back at the ridiculous speculations about her pregnancy. Meanwhile, the video shared a glimpse at her preparation for the premiere, as well as some hilarious moments during the red carpet.
Anne is already several months along in her pregnancy. Since announcing the news, she has been openly expressing glee about the entire journey. She also told the press that she’s “overjoyed” and “enjoying every moment” of her pregnancy. While the star hasn’t shared details about the baby’s gender, the little one will join big brothers Jonathan, 10, and Jack, 6.
It’s good that Anne isn’t taking these comments about her pregnancy to heart. However, we hope the public could be kinder when speaking about an expectant mother. What are your thoughts about this?
Meet Miss Tea, the diamond of the season, through a luminous Mid-Autumn collection featuring four artisanal mooncakes handcrafted with the world’s finest teas. Malaysia Society’s most anticipated debut has arrived. As the harvest moon rises over the city’s modern skyline, TWG Tea unveils its newest leading lady. Conceived as the season’s reigning debutante, Miss Tea makes her entrance through a reimagining of Mid-Autumn that bridges Eastern tradition and Western ceremony in a celebration of modern refinement.
Meet Miss Tea, a radiant green tea infused with delicate notes of pomegranate and rare strawberries, inspiring the brand’s most dazzling Mid-Autumn collection to date. Presented in the season’s most coveted keepsake box, a striking teal-and-gold design evocative of moonlit skies, the limited-edition collection features four artisanal baked mooncakes infused with signature tea blends.
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Guests may discover the collection through curated offerings fit for the season’s social calendar: a quartet of mooncakes paired with the limited-edition Miss Tea, perfect for an intimate soirée. Designed for gifting and celebration, this exclusive set is poised to become the toast of the season.
Steeped In Ceremony
At the heart of the collection is Miss Tea herself — a noble green tea scattered with rare strawberries and illuminated by delicate notes of pomegranate. Bright berry notes unfold in the cup before giving way to a silken citrus lift, revealing a graceful interplay of luminosity and depth. The season’s true incomparable, Miss Tea transforms the ritual of tea, inviting guests to host Mid-Autumn’s most elegant gatherings.
Inspired by the grace of a debutante’s first presentation to society, Miss Tea’s arrival gives rise to a collection of tea-infused mooncakes that express her character, contemporary yet steeped in tradition, bringing together the romance of old-world ceremony and the allure of a modern muse.
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Modern Rituals
This Mid-Autumn, TWG Tea unveils a luminous collection of four tea-infused classic baked mooncakes. Experience the return of the iconic Constellation and discover new creations crafted with this season’s finest teas. Among them, Jewel, an exquisite creation infused with Miss Tea, makes an entrance worthy of society’s most anticipated debut.
Tea-Infused Traditional Mooncakes
A contemporary take on the classic baked mooncake, TWG Tea introduces a refined selection infused with signature tea blends, where heritage meets innovation in every creation.
Constellation
This Mid-Autumn signature features a golden crust enveloping a smooth and elegant brown lotus filling infused with Singapore Breakfast Tea, a scattering of roasted melon seeds, and a salted egg yolk heart. A timeless favourite.
Jewel
Enclosed in a sumptuous baked amber crust, this mooncake reveals a luminous Miss Tea-infused yam paste, adorned with a pumpkin pudding heart.
Eclipse
Adorned in a perfectly baked charcoal crust sprinkled with gold dust, this exquisite mooncake showcases black sesame lotus paste infused with Caramel Tea and a mochi heart.
Harvest
Concealed in an exquisite baked crust, this mooncake boasts a matcha-infused red bean paste with roasted pine nuts, enveloping a matcha lava heart.
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Elevated By Craft
TWG Tea reveals The Art and Tradition of Mooncake Making, a rare insider’s look into the intricate rituals and refined techniques behind each exquisite creation. Honouring centuries-old tradition, every mooncake is reimagined through the lens of contemporary craftsmanship. Meticulously handcrafted and infused with TWG Tea’s most precious blends, these refined delicacies offer a nuanced expression of flavour, aroma and texture for the modern palate. Made with only the purest ingredients and free from preservatives, this collection is a celebration of heritage and craftsmanship, created to be shared across generations.
TWG Tea Miss Tea Mooncake Collection in a set of four mooncakes paired with Miss Tea, RM369. Available from 3rd September 2026 for a limited time only at all TWG Tea Salons & Boutiques in Malaysia.
Abel Tesfaye may not be ready to lay “The Weeknd” to rest after all.Following years of persistent hints that his upcoming album Hurry Up Tomorrow would mark the definitive end of his iconic stage persona, the global superstar appears to have had a major change of heart during his recent concert in Stockholm, Sweden.
Performing at the Strawberry Arena as part of his ongoing After Hours Til Dawn tour, Tesfaye addressed the crowd with an emotional admission that directly contradicted his previous statements about retiring his alter ego.
During the August 8 tour stop in Stockholm, Tesfaye paused his performance to speak candidly to thousands of cheering fans.Fan-recorded videos captured the singer admitting that stepping back from his music and persona gave him a taste of what life without it would be like, and he didn’t enjoy it.
NEVER! The Weeknd said he took a break but didn't like the feeling. And that it will never disappear again. 🇸🇪 pic.twitter.com/qsqqvWm9ul
“I’ll never disappear. I love this too much to ever disappear,” Tesfaye told the arena crowd.“I tested retirement a little bit, and I don’t like the way it feels. Imma be here forever with you.”
The statement represents a significant pivot from comments Tesfaye made over the past two years, where he repeatedly framed his current album trilogy, spanning After Hours, Dawn FM, and Hurry Up Tomorrow as the final chapter for “The Weeknd” persona before transitioning solely to his given name, Abel Tesfaye.
In prior interviews, Tesfaye described feeling trapped by the competitive “rat race” of maintaining an alter ego, hinting that he had said everything he could possibly say under the moniker.However, his onstage comments in Sweden suggest that the energy of performing live and connecting with audiences has reignited his desire to keep the stage name alive.
Rather than “killing off” the character as previously discussed, Tesfaye’s comments point toward a creative rebirth that allows the persona to evolve alongside his growth as an artist. While details regarding his long-term release plans remain fluid, fans can rest assured that Abel Tesfaye and “The Weeknd”, isn’t stepping away from the spotlight anytime soon.
Last weekend marked a triumphant return of F3 to our local shores as Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, Vic Chou, together with Mayday’s Ashin, held their “F✦FOREVER First World Tour” in Kuala Lumpur. It’s been 23 years since F3 last performed here together as a quartet.
As the lights dimmed, it was clear that F✦FOREVER wasn’t just another reunion concert. Rather, it was a meeting point of who F3 once were, the men they’ve grown into and the generation that journey alongside them.
Coincidentally, Vanness turned 48 on 7th August. The night kicked off with “Always Be My Bro” and “Waiting Here For You”. As the singers slowed down to interact with fans, Ashin asked, “I sensed extra excitement from the audience today. Is there something you’d like to express?” Fans joined in as a chorus to sing “Happy Birthday” before Vanness blew out the candles on the large birthday cake.
The elaborate set featured a four-directional star-shaped stage that allowed the stars to move beyond the traditional front-facing concert setup. Cutting-edge lighting and expansive visual sequences transformed Unifi Arena into something resembling a celestial theatre. Yet, the most precious and memorable moments were when Jerry, Vanness, Ashin, and Vic came down stage to interact with fans at the VIP zones.
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SOURCE: STAR PLANET
The four members generously offered multiple fan services as they shook hands, made hand hearts, obliged for selfies, hugged fans and blew kisses to the camera. At one point, fans even spotted Vanness showing affection to his newly-wedded wife, Emi Aramaki, by using both hands to form a heart shape above his head.
Seated in the VIP box, the Japanese beauty spotted her hubby’s lovely gesture and playfully sent a heart right back. It was one of those blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments, but eagle-eyed fans were quick to catch the sweet exchange between the couple. It was subtle, spontaneous and utterly endearing.
Emi has quietly made her presence felt on the tour before, too, making a low-key appearance when F3 recently performed in Bangkok. So when it came to Vanness’ birthday, we had a feeling she wouldn’t be celebrating from afar. Some moments are simply too special to miss.
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The concert works because F✦FOREVER doesn’t try to compress four personalities into one nostalgic package. Each star gets his moment to shine. Vanness Wu brought the electricity with dance-heavy performances, swagger, and high energy. Vic Chou occupied a quieter space. He drew the audience in with songs associated with his acting career and solo work.
Jerry Yan remained the emotional centre of gravity. It seemed like the 49-year-old hunk is less interested in recreating the idol image than in connecting to the longtime fans who have remained loyal. Then there was Ashin. Having just performed here with Mayday a few months ago, it was satisfying to witness the frontman add his rock flair to F✦FOREVER. Together, the contrast worked.
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SOURCE: STAR PLANET
There was an ease between the four performers. They teased one another. They shared the stage. They gave each other space. Beyond the screams, singalongs, and spectacle, it was such a joy to see Vanness, Vic, and Jerry sharing one stage again. “Forever Forever” and the nostalgic “Meteor Rain” felt less like an ending than a gentle goodbye to a chapter that never quite closed.
One of South Korea’s biggest scandals is Burning Sun, which was notorious for the K-Pop stars involved. One of those stars is former CNBLUE (씨엔블루) guitarist and vocalist Lee Jonghyun (이종현), who recently returned to the public eye after nearly a decade.
Earlier this week, Jonghyun surprised followers when he shared a post on his social media. As his last post was in 2018, the updates marked his return to the public eye after 8 years. In the post, the former CNBLUE member shared an update on his life after leaving his band, revealing that he now works in the beauty industry, specifically in marketing. The post also included photos of him at work and his current state.
In case you’re wondering, Jonghyun was a member of CNBLUE before leaving in 2019 following public backlash for his involvement in the Burning Sun scandal. The guitarist admitted to being in a one-to-one chatroom with Jung Joonyoung (정준영) where he received and viewed sexual hidden camera footage of the disgraced singer with his victims. Following another scandal where he sent inappropriate messages to a YouTuber, he left CNBLUE.
At the time of his departure, Jonghyun was in the midst of his military service. After his discharge from his military service in 2020, the former band member largely stayed out of the spotlight. Meanwhile, his former CNBLUE bandmates continued to perform and release new music as a trio. The band even performed in Kuala Lumpur earlier this year as part of their “3LOGY” world tour.
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The public has since reacted to Jonghyun’s return to social media, expressing mixed feelings. Fans who had long waited for an update from the singer were unsurprisingly ecstatic, with many welcoming him back to the public eye. On the other hand, many netizens were still critical of him because of his past scandals. Some also called him thick-skinned for trying to rally support from his female fans after being caught making degrading comments about women.
It’s worth noting that Jonghyun didn’t mention any plans to return to showbiz, instead saying he wants to communicate as a regular citizen. However, given his past, it’s hard to tell whether the public will be open to his return. What are your thoughts on this?
Malaysian fashion designer Hatta Dolmat has once again made his mark in the country’s fashion history. At the Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2026 Closing Show, Hatta presented a couture creation inspired by the art of painting, turning the dress into a moving work of art and earning his third Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) title, “MOST COUTURE–ART PAINTING PAIRS IN A RUNWAY GALLERY”.
The idea was simple yet striking: what happens when a painting leaves the canvas and becomes a dress?
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Hatta’s creation brings together fashion, painting, and performance in one piece. Instead of remaining on a wall, the artwork moves with the wearer, allowing the colours, textures, and details to come alive on the runway. The dress is more than a garment. It becomes a canvas, while the person wearing it becomes part of the artwork.
For Hatta, this is another example of his approach to couture: looking beyond traditional fashion and finding new ways to tell stories through clothing. His work continues to explore the relationship between art, culture, imagination, and the human experience.
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This latest achievement marks Hatta Dolmat’s third national record, adding another important milestone to a career built on creativity, experimentation, and a willingness to push fashion in new directions.
For Hatta, couture is not only about what we wear. It is about what we see, what we feel and what we remember. “This time, the painting did not stay on the wall. It walked the runway,” said the designer.
The record-breaking presentation imagined the traditional runway as a living gallery, bringing together original fine art and bespoke couture in an integrated fashion and art experience.
SOURCE: HATTA DOLMAT
SOURCE: HATTA DOLMAT
At the heart of Hatta Dolmat’s “SOUL” collection, the runway featured 10 original paintings and 10 bespoke haute couture looks, with each garment directly inspired by one of Hatta’s original artworks. The colours, shapes, textures and mood of each painting were translated into fabric, silhouette and couture craftsmanship.
The paintings were presented alongside their corresponding garments, allowing audiences to see the creative journey from canvas to couture.
Some brands are more than just products. They’re the flavours of our childhood, the snacks we packed for school, the treats we shared during family gatherings, and the familiar comforts we still reach for today.
This year, Inside Scoop is bringing those memories together once again with the return of Lokal Legends 2026, its annual celebration of Malaysian brands that have earned a special place in our hearts, and reimagining them as limited-edition ice cream flavours:
Beryl’s Tiramisu Almond Chocolate: Everyone’s Favourite Local Chocolate – Beryl’s signature tiramisu dark chocolate ice cream layered with decadent fudgy chocolate and honey-roasted almonds.
BOH’s Teh Tarik: A Tribute to 97 Years of Tea Brewing Expertise – Authentically local teh tarik made with BOH tea and condensed milk, swirled with brown sugar mochi.
Farm Fresh’s Pistachio Yoghurt Crunch: Proudly Made with Homegrown Dairy – Tangy yoghurt ice cream swirled with crunchy pistachio kunafa.
Gardenia’s Choc-A-Lot Twiggies: Inspired by Everyone’s Favourite Childhood Treat – Milk chocolate ice cream layered with bite-sized chunks of Gardenia Twiggies Choc-A-Lot.
Mister Potato’s Choc Potato Chips N’ Cream: Inspired by Malaysia’s Favourite Snack – Creamy vanilla ice cream with ribbons of salted caramel and loaded with crunchy chocolate-coated Mister Potato chips.
Oriental Kopi’s Kaya Butter Toast: Inspired by the Iconic Kopitiam Breakfast – Fragrant pandan kaya and brown butter ice cream layered with toast crumbs.
Secret Recipe’s Chocolate Indulgence®: Inspired by Malaysia’s National Cake – Rich chocolate ice cream swirled with creamy custard ice cream, layered with chocolate hazelnut sauce and indulgent chocolate cake.
Thumbs’ Peanut Butter Jelly: A Modern Twist on a Nostalgic Favourite – Creamy peanut butter ice cream with ribbons of refreshing blueberry jam and peanut butter.
ZUS Coffee’s Ube Latté: Inspired by the Flavours of Nostalgia – Earthy ube ice cream swirled with chewy mochi bites.
Together, they form a collection of nine exclusive flavours available for a limited time only, each
inspired by the signature tastes Malaysians know and love.
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Since its debut, Lokal Legends has become one of Inside Scoop’s most anticipated annual campaigns, shining a spotlight on homegrown brands while celebrating the stories and memories behind them.
According to Edmund Tan, Co-Founder of Inside Scoop, Lokal Legends is about recognising the brands that have quietly become part of the Malaysian experience. “What started as a fun collaboration has grown into something that people genuinely look forward to every year. We see customers guessing which brands will be featured, sharing their wishlists, and getting excited about the reveal long before launch day. That excitement tells us something important; Malaysians have a strong connection with local brands. These are the brands we’ve grown up with, celebrated milestones with, and shared with family and friends. Through Lokal Legends, we want to celebrate those connections in a way that’s fun, nostalgic and uniquely Malaysian.”
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This year’s collaborating brands share the same sentiment, each bringing their own unique story and beloved flavours to the campaign.
“Malaysia’s most loved flavours hold a special place in the hearts of our rakyat. Lokal Legends brings these familiar tastes together in a refreshing new experience while keeping our culinary heritage alive,” according to Oriental Kopi.
“We are really excited to bring back the much-loved Chocolate Indulgence ice cream for this year’s edition of Lokal Legends. With both sides having worked together closely on 13 different versions of this ice cream, our fans can rest easy knowing that this ice cream is really as good as it can get,” said Patrick Sim, Group CEO of Secret Recipe.
“The incredible response to our Ube series last year showed us just how much our customers love this flavour. This year, we’re excited to partner with Inside Scoop to bring that same Ube experience beyond the cup and into a scoop, giving our community a new way to enjoy one of their favourite ZUS flavours,” said Jennifer Sim, Head of Marketing at ZUS Coffee.
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This year’s campaign takes inspiration from a place every Malaysian knows well; the supermarket. Supermarkets have long been home to the brands that accompany Malaysians through everyday moments, from breakfast and tea breaks to family gatherings, celebrations and everything in between. Inspired by this familiar experience, Inside Scoop has transformed Lokal Legends 2026 into a supermarket-themed celebration, bringing all nine collaborations together under one roof.
To mark the launch, Inside Scoop’s Galeria SA Sentral outlet was transformed into the Lokal Legends Supermarket, inviting guests to explore dedicated brand aisles, discover the stories behind each collaboration, sample the flavours, and immerse themselves in a playful journey through some of Malaysia’s most beloved brands.
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Beyond individual pints, fans can also enjoy the complete Lokal Legends experience through the 9-Scoop Party Pack, featuring all nine flavours in one box. Each Party Pack comes with an exclusive Lokal Legends edition Ice Cream Passport and sticker pack, allowing customers to collect, explore and celebrate every Lokal Legend in this year’s line-up.
From nostalgic favourites to modern Malaysian icons, Lokal Legends 2026 is a celebration of the brands that have shaped everyday moments for generations, one scoop at a time. Lokal Legends 2026 will be available at all participating Inside Scoop outlets nationwide from 10th August 2026 (Monday).
